Jamaica

See it if Arlen/Harburg's 1957 musical about what "island folks" are like Very dated (how could it not be?) Highly energetic choreography adds a lot

Don't see it if First act vintage 50's musical; 2nd act gets too socio-political but classic 'happy ending' Three leads work hard to keep show on track

See it if Love good stories for the time and music.

Don't see it if Hate musicals and dancing.

See it if want to experience a refreshing trip to the west indies

Don't see it if do not enjoy calypso

See it if Harold Arlen’s music and Yip Harbug’s book & lyrics interest you.You enjoy an uneven, energetic cast try to make sense of a 60 yr old show.

Don't see it if You’re not engaged by community theatre performances, can’t stand bad sound design, or are not interested in the Arlen/Harburg collaboration

Also I am an Arlen lover from way back. He is the most sung yet least sung about composer of the American Songbook. This production is spotty. Some really lovely performances, uneven singing & wonderful dancing. But you can’t shake the fact that this show as written is a mess. Conceived as a vehicle for Harry Belafonte, he took ill. So the producer decided to star Lena Horne in her Bwy debut. The writers had to remake it for her with many disagreements along the way among the creative team. There is no star power here, so one is left wondering what is the point. There are many clever songs penned by Yip and beautiful ones written by Arlen. But even though the evening is enjoyable, the updates don’t quite work and there’s a malaise that even this energetic bunch can’t pull off. My companion thoroughly enjoyed it, so it is a good two hours spent. But ultimately there’s no there there. Thanks to HRT for taking it on. Anytime these forgotten musicals are presented is a good one!!... Read more Read less

See it if You like good singing and a romantic story line.

Don't see it if You don't like musicals.

See it if I THOUGHT THERE WAS A LOT OF GREAT EFFORT ON THIS MUSICAL CONSIDERING A DATED BOOK, THE LEAD ACTRESS WAS GREAT

Don't see it if IF YOU DONT LIKE CULTURAL MUSICALS THAT TOOK A CHANCE ON OLDER MATERIAL

See it if Because it was on Broadway in 50's and Lena Horne was the lead

Don't see it if you are expecting a cast of more than college quality.

See it if you are not familiar with this seldom seen musical. Has lots of heart, some wonderful songs/music, and a very enthusiastic group of singers.

Don't see it if you expect a big Broadway/style musical. Sets are simple but evocative with special video to complement the great singing and acting.See it.

See it if you are a student of historic forgotten musicals. The production did a great job with a dated and problematical book. Fun evening.

Don't see it if you are looking for a traditional happy musical. I applaud the company for bringing this musical to light and showing its relevance to today

See it if Love romance, dancing, singing and history

Don't see it if You have trouble understanding Caribbean accents

See it if you like not slick or fancy but sincere shows, and if you appreciate the genius of Harold Arlen and Yip Harburg, who wrote it.

Don't see it if You demand Broadway slickness and perfect sound quality and famous names who are frequently over-rated.